kazoo parade buzzes through Nazareth
Moore Township Supervisors navigate Property plans, Drainage disputes and Speeding complaints
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Moore Township’s Board of Supervisors convened its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 1 to discuss land development approvals, emergency management appointments, drainage violations, road maintenance concerns, community initiatives, public safety, and an announcement was made that the next monthly meeting will be held at 5 p.m. instead of 6 p.m. on Tues-
day, Aug. 5 to accommodate the township’s participation in National Night Out.
To begin, the board granted unanimous conditional approval of a minor subdivision by Jeremy Madea and Maryann Jager that splits one parcel into two, formally creating a new parcel number, based upon recommendations from the June 19
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Northampton Fire Dept.’s junior Cadet program kicks off; borough Looks at sewer system upgrades
By KERI LINDENMUTH
The Northampton Borough Fire Department’s Junior Cadet Summer Camp officially kicked off on July 7 and will run until July 11. Twenty-five young adults aged 11 to 15 have enrolled in the program and will gain a firsthand look at what it's like for the borough's first responders.
Barry Frantz, leader of the annual summer camp, outlined some of the field trips planned during the July 3 Northampton Borough Council meeting. These excursions include a burn building demonstration in Whitehall, a visit to Allentown’s fire training
academy, and a water rescue demonstration at the municipal pool.
The cadets will also receive EMS training.
For the first time, the camp is free for residents thanks to donations from local businesses and organizations.
“It’s turning out to be a pretty good program for us this year,” Frantz said.
The goal of the program is to encourage these cadets to become junior firefighters. At least four former cadets have volunteered for the department.
Council praised the camp and its commitment to getting young
people active and engaged. Councilman Ronald Glassic called the program an “outstanding entity that people look forward to,” while Mayor Tony Pristash said the camp is “truly one of the best laid out that the state has.”
Graduation for the cadets will
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Jeff Warren announces candidacy for State Representative of 137th District
By HOME NEWS STAFF
Democrat Jeff Warren has announced his candidacy for State Representative in the 137th District.
In a statement released last week, Warren said:
“At a time with so much at stake here in Pennsylvania, I cannot simply sit by and watch
our current State Representative continuously vote against our interests, buddy-up with warehouse developers, and side with the people causing chaos and uncertainty at the federal level. Northampton County deserves a better advocate for working folks, families, children, and our local communities. I look forward to earning the support of voters in the 137th District.”
Jeff Warren has been a longtime resident of Northampton County. He was born and raised in the Easton community and graduated from Easton Area High School in 1995. He received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Penn State University in 1999 and his master’s degree in electronic media from Kutztown University in 2010.
Jeff stated that his record of public service includes 13 years as an aide and Director of Outreach to Pennsylvania State Senator Lisa M. Boscola, two terms as an elected Easton City Councilman and also served on the Hanover Township Board of Supervisors. He continues to serve as County Commissioner on Northampton County Council, representing District 3.
Jeff works as the Director of Community Outreach for Court Appointed Special Advocates for Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren counties, a nonprofit that assists foster children and their families. He also hosts The Philadelphia Sports Table Podcast Show and runs his own digital media business, PCS Digital.
Jeff says his advocacy work for children and mental health services is a cornerstone of his campaign for State Representative.
He resides in Bethlehem Township with his wife Michelle and 14-year-old twin daughters.
Jeff Warren is the first Democrat to officially declare candidacy in the 137th District for next year’s election.
Northampton County offering Free workplace Safety
And health Awareness
Training
Submitted by JESSICA BERGER
The Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development and Northampton Community College will host a free workplace safety and health awareness training designed to help individuals and organizations reduce the risk of workplace injuries and health hazards.
This four-hour training session will be held on Wednesday, July 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northampton County Human Services Building, located at 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18020.
The training will provide essential awareness and prevention strategies on the following topics:
• Walking and Working Surfaces: Eliminating and Controlling Hazards
• Fall Prevention and Protection
• Fire Prevention and Emergency Response
• Hazardous Materials Awareness: Storage and Handling
• Electrical Safety Basics: Recognize and Prevent Shock and Overheated Devices
• Environmental Health Concerns: Including Lead and Radon Gas Exposure Registration is required by July 20.
To reserve a seat, contact Dawn Tomaino at 610-829-6309 or dtomaino@norcopa.gov.
Ideal attendees include, but are not limited to: municipal officials and employees, first responders, grounds and facility workers, public works employees and nonprofit organizations.
2025 Livable Landscapes Grant award Recipients Announced
Submitted by JESSICA BERGER
County Executive Lamont G. McClure and the Parks and Recreation Division are pleased to announce that Northampton County Council voted unanimously to approve the 2025 Livable Landscape Grant award recommendations at the Wednesday, June 18 meeting. County Council approved all grant projects presented for a total grant award of $600,000.
The County’s Livable Landscapes Grant Program priorities include land conservation, ecological restoration, education and outreach, municipal park development and rehabilitation, and regional trails. All potential applicants participated in a grant workshop and mandatory individualized pre-application meetings.
Five eligible projects were recommended for grant award approval from a review committee in the Division of Parks and Recreation, the Parks, Recreation, Open Space Advisory Board, County Council Energy, Environment, and Land Use Committee, and County Council.
"Through initiatives like the Northampton County Livable Landscapes Grant Program, we are able to empower our municipalities to protect the County's important natural features, conduct ecological restoration, and provide outdoor recreation for future generations," says County Executive McClure. “Our natural resources, green spaces, and recreational opportunities provide an economic value in terms of savings and earned costs, as a
Gracedale Nursing Home
Patient assaulted by Nurse
By HOME NEWS STAFF
On Monday, June 23, police were called to Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth for a welfare check involving a staff nurse and a patient.
According to police, the caller stated there was a nurse acting strangely in a room and would not leave for approximately two hours.
Gracedale employee, 43-yearold Octavia Robinson, of Morristown, New Jersey, was observed by an officer standing over a patient with her fingers in the victim’s mouth, stating there were “demons inside of the victim that needed to come out.”
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return on our investment in our communities.”
“Our grant recipients submitted high-quality, ready to go projects,” remarks Sherry Acevedo, Conservation Coordinator and Livable Landscapes Grant Administrator. “We are very pleased to be a funding partner in the construction of a Top 10 State Trail Gap recognized by PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, in the City of Bethlehem. In 2024, a Livable Landscapes Grant Award supplemented this trail gap acquisition, and now we are helping to support the trail construction to connect the South Bethlehem Greenway to the Saucon Rail Trail.”
The grant projects were consistent with the goals and recommendations of the Livable Landscapes – An Open Space Plan for Northampton County and other local, regional and statewide plans. Cumulatively, since 2006, Northampton County has invested $21.7 million of Liv-
According to police, the victim, who is bedridden and nonverbal, appeared to be distressed. According to court paperwork, there was blood on the victim’s chest and bedding.
Robinson removed her fingers from the patient’s mouth upon being ordered to do so by an officer. She was then taken to the hospital for an involuntary emergency health evaluation.
Robinson was hired by Gracedale on June 11 and no longer works there.
Robinson is charged with harassment, simple assault and abuse of a care-dependent person.
able Landscapes Grant awards for land conservation, ecological restoration, streambank stabilization, regional trails, parks, recreation, open space plans and municipal park development and rehabilitation.
Award recipients for the 2025 Northampton County Livable Landscapes Grant program are as follows:
• Borough of Hellertown — Tumminello Park Improvements ($75,000) Municipal Park Development and Rehabilitation
• Borough of Northampton — Fourth Street Playground Refurbishment ($100,000) Municipal Park Development and Rehabilitation
• Palmer Township — Fox Run Park and Open Space Schoeneck Creek Restoration ($50,000) Municipal Park Rehabilitation and Ecological Restoration
• Upper Mount Bethel Township — UMBT Preserve Phase I Construction ($75,000) Municipal Park Development and Ecological Restoration
• City of Bethlehem — Greenway Trail Gap Construction ($300,000) Regional Trail Development
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Ronald B. Coyle
Ronald B. Coyle, 91, of Moore Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Complete Care at Lehigh Center in Macungie. He was the beloved husband of the late Esther Coyle, to whom he was married for 69 years before her passing in 2022. Born in Moore Township, Ronald was a son of the late Martin and Ruth Coyle (Getz).
He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. Ronald's work ethic was evident from a young age. He began his working years at the Bill Schlegel Farm and later served in Central Control at Essroc, where he dedicated many years of service. In his later years, he took great pride in his role as a groundskeeper at the Moore Township Recreation Center.
Beyond his professional life, Ronald was known for his warm
spirit and love for the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, relishing the peace these activities brought him. A simple walk in the neighborhood was not just exercise for him; it was an opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors. His creativity was evident in his woodworking and his cherished leather shop, where he crafted items that showcased his skill and artistry. He was a proud member of the Moore Township Lions Club, where he supported various community initiatives and service projects.
Ronald will be lovingly remembered by his children: Beverly Ondush and husband, Andrew, of Catasauqua, Annette Ackerknecht of Allen Township and Keith Coyle and wife, Tammy, of East Penn Township; grandchildren, Sherry, Drew and Betsy; great-grandchildren, Corey, Hayden, Caine and Emma; a great-great-grandson, Eirik "Ike;” sisters, Dolores Schipps of Mont., Shirley Ferraro of Harrisburg, Pa.; and brother, Wilbur "Cook" Coyle of Mechanicsville, Va. Ronald was predeceased by brother Stelwyn Coyle, sister Lorraine Ealey and son-in-law Rick Ackerknecht.
Graveside services with Military Honors and Family Reflections were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Fairview Cemetery, Moorestown, located at 2296 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at bensingfuneralhome. net. Arrangements and cremation care are under the direction of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc. Moorestown - Bath. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to the Moore Township Lions Club and/or the Moore Township Recreation Center.
Mary O. FritchmanBuskirk
Mary O. FritchmanBuskirk, 82, of Walnutport, Lehigh Township, Pa., died peacefully on Saturday morning, June 28, 2025, in her home. She was the spouse of the late William J. Buskirk Sr., who passed in 1985. Born in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of the late Raymond Sr. and Olga (Kozel) Fritchman.
Mary was a loving spouse, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and homemaker. She was very family-oriented and enjoyed caring for her family and entire neighborhood. She was a social member of the Bath Republican Club and the American Legion, Oplinger-Hower Post No. 899, Walnutport (Lehigh Township). Mary enjoyed casinos, gaming and the occasional motorcycle ride with her late spouse. She was a diehard Philadelphia Eagles fan and Jeff Gordon racing fan.
Survivors: daughters, Connie Fritchman and companion Chris Hess of Slatington, Lisa (Dee) Buskirk-Mitchell, wife of Gary Mitchell of Danielsville, Sherry L. Buskirk-Henritzy, wife of Keith Henritzy, and Tammy (Beasley) Fritchman-Buskirk, all of Walnutport; son, Jake and wife Amanda Buskirk of Lehighton; stepson, William Buskirk I.; nine grandchildren, Jamie, Cheyanne, Natosha, Alexia, Tiffany, Ginny Lynn, Billy, Cody and Chrissy; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean Fulper of Walnutport and
Josie, wife of David Gregory of Bath; brother, John and wife Terri Cole of Easton; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sons, Mark Buskirk in 2020 and William J. Buskirk II in 2023; grandson, Joshua Petersen in 2023; sisters, Nancy Flood, Geri Fritchman, Ronie Cole and Nellie Fritchman; and brothers, Raymond Fritchman Jr., Joe Fritchman and Billy Fritchman.
Services: at the convenience of the family. Arrangements, Campton Funeral Home, Palmerton. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
Contributions: may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
College Corner
Muhlenberg College students
Earn Dean's List Honors
Submitted by CAREY MANZOLILLO
To be eligible for the Dean's List, Muhlenberg College students must earn a GPA of 3.5 or better while taking three or more course units during a semester.
A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Elena Calantoni, of Nazareth, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying history.
A graduate of Northampton Area High School, Laila Diaz, of Bath, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying business
administration.
A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Ryan Fairchild, of Nazareth, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying public health.
A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Melanie Grossbauer, of Nazareth, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying French and Francophone studies.
A graduate of Northampton Area High School, Harmanjit Kaur, of Northampton, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying at Muhlenberg College.
A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Mason Koch, of Nazareth, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying finance.
A graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, Trey Miletics, of Northampton, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying finance.
A graduate of Northampton Area High School, Caden Reph, of Northampton, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying accounting and finance.
A graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Samuel Roberts, of Nazareth, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying finance and accounting.
Naomi Wilson, of Bath, has been named to the spring 2025 Dean's List while studying business administration.
Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg is a highly selective, four-year residential liberal arts college in the city of Allentown, Pa., with nearly 2,000 bachelor's and master's degree-seeking students. The college's curriculum and experiences are designed to open doors to new ideas, discoveries, friendships and a lifetime of personal and intellectual growth.
Getting Out!
The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
16th Annual Great Bath Duck Race- Saturday, July 26 at 1 p.m. sharp at Monocacy Creek Park (Main Street and Route 329). Proceeds benefit Christ Church of Bath and their missions. Grand prize $250. FMI call 610-837-0345.
Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum- Open second and fourth Sunday through September from 1-3 p.m. at 1401 Laubach Ave., Northampton.
Bath Area Food Bank- Distributes food second Tuesday of each month, starting around 9:30 a.m. on lower level of St. John's Lutheran Church in Bath, 206 E. Main St. Please do not arrive prior to 9:30 a.m. due to safety reasons.
Bath Borough Summer Splash Nights- July 10 and Aug. 10 at Firefighters Field, Bath, from 6-7:30 p.m. All are welcome, at-your-own-risk event.
Bath Free Market- Second Saturday through September from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Keystone Park. Donate items you no longer need or find your next treasure. No large furniture or TVs accepted.
Bath Lions Club- Meets first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at My Place Pizza in Bath. Guests/new members welcome. Email lionsbathpa@gmail.com with questions.
Bath Museum- Open third Saturday Jan-Nov. and first Saturday in Dec., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S. Walnut St., Bath. Tours welcome, volunteers needed, email bathpamuseum@gmail.com or message Bath Museum on Facebook.
Bath Old Home Weekend- Thursday, Sept. 18- Sunday, Sept. 21; all events at Ciff Cowling Field. Schedule on Borough of Bath Facebook.
Community Dinner at The Table- First and third Tuesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at 1769 Newport Ave., Northampton. All are welcome.
Dementia Support Group- Held third Thursday every month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., 2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem. Designed for families and caregivers of dementia patients. East Allen Township Historical Society- Meets third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. East Allen Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Committee- Meets third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 5344 Nor-Bath Blvd., Northampton. New committee members welcome.
Easton Farmers Market- Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Scott Park, Easton.
Gov. Wolf Hist. Society- Tours of historic buildings, grounds and new museum on third Saturday April-Nov. from 1 to 3 p.m. 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath.
Helping Homeless Veterans- Weave mats for homeless vets every second and fourth Wednesday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prepping for weaving every first and third Wednesday noon to 3 p.m., Mountain View Wesleyan Church, 1001 Deemer Road, Bath. Call 610-837-1190 FMI. Leave message.
Horner's Cemetery Historical Society Tours- As the 250th anniversary of our country approaches, meet the people who contributed to its founding. Tours by appointment. All welcome. Free gift with every tour. Call Peggy at 610-984-4532.
Iglesia Pentecostal Church Food Bank- Open to the public every first and third Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2459 E. Scenic Drive, Bath.
Martin on Main- Saturday, July 26 from noon to 7 p.m., located at the Circle and S. Main Street to Walnut Street in Nazareth.
Moore Twp. Assoc. for Families in Need- Meets second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church, 2715 Mountain View Drive, Bath.
Moore Twp. Community Days- Aug. 15 and 16 at Moore Twp. Rec. Center; music, beer, clams, fireworks and more.
Morningstar Memory Cafe by Senior Solutions- An opportunity for people with dementia and their care partners to gather for fun, socialization and refreshments; meets second and fourth Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem. For registration, call 610-258-0700.
Nazareth Farmers Market- Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October in the circle.
Northampton Area Food Bank- Food distribution first three Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and second and third Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1601 Canal St.
Northampton Borough Crime Watch Meeting- Typically held second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Northampton Recreation Center.
Northampton Farmers Market- Open Tuesdays through September from 3-6 p.m. at Municipal Park.
Siegfried Railroad Station Museum- Open third Sunday through October from 1-4 p.m., West 21st Street (Route 329), Northampton.
Garage fire in Moore Township
to its rural location and the lack of water supply.
Baked Goods
Raffle Crafts Vendors
Holiday Flea Market & White Elephant Sale with Bag Sale 1 pm - 2 pm Inside Gracedale Nursing Home
Holiday Flea Market & White Elephant Sale with Bag Sale 1 pm - 2 pm
Gracedale Nursing Home
Gracedale Nursing Home
2 Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064
2 Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064
Keystone Consulting Engineers
Aqua Pennsylvania’s Evanwood project also received conditional approval based upon KCE’s letter dated June 19. Though previously approved, the plan had never been officially
Herschman open space conservation easement, which spans Moore and Bushkill townships.
Next, Police Chief Gary West provided the police department’s report for the month of June, which included 311 total incidents, three written/verbal warnings issued, 25 traffic citations issued, three arrests made for possession of drug paraphernalia, harassment and theft, one non-traffic citation for harassment, three reportable accidents and five non-reportable accidents.
three carbon monoxide alarms, one rescue, one mutual aid call with East Allen Township for a fire and seven mutual aid calls with Bath for three fire alarms, one carbon monoxide alarm, one motor vehicle accident and two wires down.
Following, the board appointed David Tashner as Emergency Management Coordinator and Robert Hindley as Deputy EMC, and a three-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 773. The contract covers township employees through Dec. 31, 2028.
For more information, or to register as a vendor, contact Jennie Repsher at 610-829-3823 orGracedalejrepsher@norcopa.gov! Nursing Home
For more information, or to register as a vendor, contact Jennie Repsher at 610-829-3823 or jrepsher@norcopa.gov!
Gracedale Nursing Home
2 Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064
2 Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064
The Lehigh Solar/BWC Hokendauqua Creek Solar Farm submitted a waiver request to avoid establishing a right-of-way on its property, which would also impact neighboring yards. The board unanimously approved the land development waiver. Supervisors also unanimously approved an appraisal for the
Fire Police Captain Jason L. Harhart provided the June report for the Klecknersville Rangers Vol. Fire Co., which included 107 ambulance calls and 66 fire calls, consisting of two fires, four motor vehicle accidents, one fire police, eight automatic fire alarms, nine ambulance assists, three wires down, four trees down, one smoke/odor investigation, 22 controlled burn calls,
In other business, road maintenance dominated a portion of the meeting due to last year’s problematic oil-and-chip surface treatments. Township Engineer Kevin Horvath said a new statewide emulsion formula caused issues during hot weather, particularly on Yost Road, where oil bled through the stone surface.
For more information, or to register as a vendor, contact Jennie Repsher at 610-829-3823 or jrepsher@norcopa.gov!
For more information, or to register as a vendor, contact Jennie Repsher at 610-829-3823 or jrepsher@norcopa.gov!
JULY WEEKEND SPECIALS
July 11th & 12th - Shepherd’s Pie with gravy and salad: $10
July 18th & 19th - Spaghetti & Chicken Parmesan, salad and garlic bread: $12
July 25th & 26th - Ham, potato filling with gravy, Broccoli and roll and butter: $11 5 pm to 9 pm, full menu available
The problem, affecting areas across Pennsylvania, has raised concerns for residents, pets and pedestrians. Horvath identified that the emulsion is meant to be flexible and could take up to one year for it to fully stabilize, but that investigation into the issue is ongoing.
Despite these issues, Horvath said the method remains the most cost-effective option, noting that the contractor is bound by a one-year warranty, and suggested the township send out fliers to residents about what to expect and some common practices to avoid problems associated with the emulsion liquifying.
Recreation Commission Chairperson Jodi Hartzell raised concerns about vehicles disobeying signage and parking improperly at the recreation center. She proposed installing signs at a cost of $15 each, warning violators of towing and fines. Township Solicitor David M. Backenstoe supported the initiative and will
Photos by Two Idiots Buffing Photography
On Thursday, July 3 around 11 p.m., multiple crews were dispatched to the 500 block of East Dannersville Road in Moore Township for a structure fire involving a multiplevehicle garage in an area with no hydrant access. Tanker operations were critical in suppressing the fire due
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draft an ordinance to authorize enforcement.
Later, a septic waiver was unanimously granted for 614 Monocacy Drive, where a proposed system would sit just 64 feet from a well, below the required 100-foot isolation distance. The board approved the waiver on the condition that the owner and three neighbors sign indemnification agreements holding the township harmless.
Attention then turned to a minor subdivision at 3228 W. Scenic Drive that was previously granted conditional approval in November 2024 with the stipulations that the applicant could not disturb or impact natural resources via building construction, earth disturbance and tree removal on the property.
Landowner Anthony Dex made modifications prompting a May 29 notice from the Northampton County Conservation District. The work included adding fill, altering elevation by 2-4 feet and changing natural drainage flows, actions that may have violated subdivision conditions, although it is unclear at this time.
exhibited a natural flow because there were tile drains in that location and a pipe exiting into a swale from the tile drains 30 years ago. He also emphasized that no construction was planned and highlighted agricultural efforts, including planting 200 trees as a riparian buffer, stripping/replacing topsoil and installing best management practices that allow water to be utilized by his entire field, thus minimizing soil erosion and washouts.
Blend returns to Bath
Submitted by JENNIFER BERTRAM
Blend, known for its music and art vibe, first opened on Chestnut Street in Bath in 2016. On July 3, Jenny Bertram opened the doors again at 106 S. Chestnut St. for a sneak peek at what looks to be even more Blend to enjoy; as Jenny calls it, “Blend 3.0.”
art, local featured artisans, jewelry, food items and more.
Coming up on July 13, there will be a Shibori tie-dye class at Blend.
A year ago Jenny added catering to her repertoire of talents with “Roll With It Catering.” Look forward to themed dinners each month.
AcceptingNewCustomers AcceptingNewCustomers Congratulations to the Borough of Bath
Happy 275th Anniversary
Dex argued the land had not
Seeking a Planning Commission Member and
Two Alternate Members
A ny resident of the Borough of Bath is eligible to apply for the position of the Bath Planning Commission. Borough Council appoints the commission members to four-year terms and the positions receive no compensation.
T he Borough of Bath Planning Commission is an advisory board consisting of five members. The Planning Commission makes recommendations to Borough Council on all land development and subdivision applications submitted to the Borough. T he Bath Planning Commission meets on the third Monday of each month beginning at 6PM, unless there is a lack of business. Meetings are held at Borough Hall, 121 S. Walnut Street Bath, PA 18014. M ost of the Planning Commission’s duties pertain to the review of land development and subdivision plans. However, the Commission also reviews proposed changes to the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map; proposed changes to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinances, Comprehensive Plan writing and revisions, and rezoning petitions.
C ommissioners are encouraged to attend education and training seminars which are paid for by the Borough.
If you would like more information, you can contact Borough Manager, Brad Flynn at (610) 837-6525. If you would like to apply for the position of planning commissioner or alternate, you can email a letter of interest to him at manager@boroughofbath.org
However, the Northampton County Conservation District investigated because they received complaints, telling Dex that the red flags they found on the property were for not having BMPs in place for silt fence, stabilization and entrance area stones.
Dex stated that he did not mean to violate the conditional approval and that to his knowledge, the work he has done on his property does not affect his neighbors because it reduces water runoff. Dex also explained that he completed everything the Northampton County Conservation District asked him to do and that he sent them everything they requested.
Although the Northampton County Conservation District was supposed to return to the property on June 23 to investigate further, they did not show up nor notify Dex that they would be rescheduling, so he will have to get in touch with them to rectify the issue.
Engineer Horvath raised concerns about potential effects on adjacent properties and Solicitor Backenstoe recommended delaying recording the subdivision until Dex meets all conservation district requirements. The board agreed to give Dex six months for compliance, inspections and potential resolution, warning that noncompliance could lead to rescinding approval.
The board also received an
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Follow Blend on Facebook to see the latest event offerings and how to sign up.
Store hours for Blend are Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Northampton Borough Police Report
JUNE 22
Traffic stop, E. 4th St. and Howertown Rd., the unit block of W. 21st St., the 700 block of Main St., and Howertown Rd. and Sipos Dr. Traffic stops were conducted.
Neighbor complaint in the 2300 block of Main St. Report of a neighbor issue.
Assist person in the unit block of W. 21st St., and the 1700 block of Main St. Officers assist females.
Juvenile problem in the 1600 block and the 2000 block of Main St. Reports of juvenile issues.
JUNE 23
Assist person, Smith Ln., and the 500 block of E. 2nd St. Officers assist females.
Traffic stop in the unit block of W. 21st St., and Canal St. and W. 14th St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Reportable accident in the unit block of W. 21st St. involving one vehicle.
Check person/welfare in the 1600 block of Canal St. Request to check the welfare of a female.
of W. 21st St. Officers assist a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 300 block of E. 10th St. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a male.
Agency assist, Main St. and Laubach Ave. Officers assist Coplay Police Department.
Check person/welfare in the 600 block of Buckingham Dr., and the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Requests to check the welfare of females.
Neighbor complaint in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Report of a neighbor issue.
Civil matter in the 1600 block of Newport Ave., and Smith Ln. Reports of civil issues.
Disturbance in the 2200 block of Hokendauqua Ave., and the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Reports of disturbances.
Juvenile problem, Smith Ln., and the 1500 block of Laubach Ave. Reports of juvenile issues.
Fire call in the 1000 block of Washington Ave. Officer assist Northampton Fire Department.
Suspicious act in the 900 block of Washington Ave. Report of a suspicious act.
Suspicious vehicle in the 1900 block of Laubach Ave. Report of a suspicious vehicle.
Trespassing in the 900 block of Washington Ave. Report of two males trespassing.
JUNE 24
Traffic stop, Hollow Ln. and Terrace Dr., and E. 9th St. and Main St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Alarm, home, in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of an alarm activation, all secure.
Check area in the 1600 block of Canal St. Request to check the area.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Civil matter in the 200 block of W. 14th St. Report of a civil issue.
FOOD,
& SODA VENDORS
Bring your chairs or blankets to get a front row seat!
Suspicious act, W. 9th St. Report of a suspicious act.
JUNE 25
Disturbance in the 2100 block of Main St. Report of a disturbance.
Traffic stop in the 100 block of E. 4th St., and E. 9th St. and Lincoln Ave. Traffic stops were conducted.
Agency assist in the 2100 block of Hokendauqua Ave. Request to assist Quakertown Police Department locate a female.
Check person/welfare in the 1800 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a male.
Assist person in the unit block
Animal case, E. 15th St. and Washington Ave. Report of dogs being left in an unattended vehicle.
Check person/welfare in the 2500 block of Cherryville Rd. Request to check the welfare of a female.
EMS ambulance assist in the 400 block of McKeever Ln. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female.
Domestic in the 2100 block of Main St. between a male and two females.
JUNE 26
Suspicious act in the 1800
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be on July 12.
In other news, Tom Duffy, wastewater engineer for Gilmore & Associates, gave a detailed presentation on the borough’s sewer treatment system and potential upgrades for the nearly 100-yearold network.
Roughly 35% of the borough’s sewer system is 95 years old, while 40% is at least 70 years old. There are also over 600 manholes in the borough, which would take an estimated 100 years to replace.
“You have a very aged system,” Duffy told council.
The wastewater treatment plant was built in 1928 and last upgraded in 1990. Duffy said the infrastructure and equipment must be updated to meet capacity needs and modern regulations.
Overhauling and upgrading the plant and its equipment, including the addition of new sludge holding tanks and a UV disinfection system, would cost around $15-$29 million and take 18 months to construct.
A committee will investigate plans, equipment and funding. However, as the borough and its infrastructure grow, the system cannot handle another century of use.
“It is something that our infrastructure needs,” said Glassic. “When you flush the toilet or turn on the water, you have to understand that this stuff is so
vital to our community and the borough, and we have to make sure we fix the infrastructure.”
Finally, the borough has applied for a 2026 Hotel Tax Grant. This county grant for $9,000, with a $3,500 borough match, would be used to construct a nine-hole disc golf course at Canal Street Park.
“It is really going to bring a new set of life to an area of the park that’s never used,” said Borough Manager Brian Welsko.
“[And] bring another reason for people to go to Canal Street.”
Recipients of the grant money will not be notified until December.
The next Northampton Borough Council meeting will be Thursday, July 17 at 7 p.m.
JUNE 30
Stations 42, 45, 5: 2500 block Main Street. Structure fire.
Station 42: 600 block East 21st Street. Ambulance assist.
JULY 2
Stations 42, 45, 5, 47, 2: 1700 block Main Street. Dwelling fire.
Stations 42, 45: East 21st Street and Washington Avenue. Motor vehicle accident with injuries.
Station 42: 1300 block Washington Avenue. Wires down.
Station 42: 300 block East 21st Street. Ambulance assist.
JULY 3
Stations 42, 45: West 21st and Canal streets. Vehicle fire.
JULY 4
Stations 42, 45: 1700 block Main Street. Automatic fire alarm.
Stations 42, 45, 5, 47, 2: 1300 block Main Street. Dwelling fire.
JULY 5
Station 42: 2000 block Northampton Avenue. Ambulance assist.
The Northampton Fire Department responded to the following incidents within Northampton Borough during the week of June 29.
Station 42 – Northampton Borough
Station 45 – Allen Township
Station 5 – Coplay Borough
Station 47 – Lehigh Township
Station 2 – Catasauqua
JUNE 29
Stations 42, 45: East 22nd and Main streets. Smoke investigation.
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block of Washington Ave. Report of a suspicious act.
Disturbance in the 1300 block of Canal St. Report of a disturbance.
Check person/welfare in the 1600 block of Newport Ave. Request to check the welfare of a female.
Civil matter in the 1200 block and the 1900 block of Main St., the 1400 block of Washington Ave., and the 2600 block of Cherryville Rd. Reports of civil issues.
Assist person, Smith Ln., and the 100 block of Frank Dr. Officers assist females.
Non-reportable accident in the 1800 block of Main St. involving two vehicles.
JUNE 27
Suspicious person in the 1600 block of Main St. Report of a suspicious male.
dogs in an unattended vehicle.
Domestic in the 2300 block of Main St. between a male and a female.
Animal complaint in the 100 block of Held Dr. Report of a dog in an unattended vehicle.
Child custody in the 2300 block of Washington Ave. Report of a custody issue.
JUNE 28
Suspicious person in the 1300 block of Atlas Ln. Report of a suspicious male.
Traffic stop in the 900 block and the 1600 block of Main St. Traffic stops were conducted.
Suspicious person in the unit block of W. 4th St. Report of a suspicious male and female.
Animal complaint in the 1700 block of Main St. Report of two
Assist person in the 1800 block of Lincoln Ave. Officers assist a female.
Non-reportable accident in the unit block of Horwith Dr. involving one vehicle.
EMS ambulance assist in the 100 block of King St., and the 1900 block of Main St.
Nazareth Borough Council approves purchase of Memorial bench honoring Robert Kilbanks; accepts Bids for public works equipment
By SAVANNAH BROWN
Nazareth Borough Council
met Monday, July 7 to discuss purchases, resolutions, payments, monetary transfers, bids and a new ordinance for jake braking.
To begin, President Daniel R. Chiavaroli requested a moment of silence for Ruthmary Male and Robert Kilbanks. Male was an integral part of Nazareth Ambulance Corps, where she was voted Pennsylvania’s first EMT of the year in 1985 and actively served several roles such as driver, paramedic assistant and emergency management director. Kilbanks served as assistant and longtime aide for State Representative Joseph Emrick and was the unofficial greeter at the Nazareth Borough Municipal Offices.
Council honored Kilbanks by authorizing the purchase of a memorial bench to be placed in front of the Municipal Offices for his being a fixture in the borough’s office building, often
helping handicapped residents into the building and providing citizens with important information and services. The cost of the 5-foot bench is $562 and an unveiling/dedication ceremony for the bench and to honor Kilbanks will follow.
Under public property agenda items, council unanimously approved two resolutions certifying the borough’s sponsorship of the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps’ Northampton County LSA Grant to fund the purchase of a Stryker LifePak35 AED medical device and Monroe County LSA Grant to fund the purchase of a Ford T350 Wheelchair van.
Council also unanimously approved use of the Essroc Fields soccer complex by Nazareth Youth Soccer for the fall 2025 season, the borough’s supply of two porta potties for Nazareth Nite Out on July 18 and authorized payment of the remaining $44,487.36 balance (with $2,500
withheld from the total pending installation of the unfinished roof gutters) to GSM Roofing of Ephrata, Pa. for the Council Chambers roof installation.
Additionally, in an 8-1 vote, council approved payment for and authorized the installation of a gas line from Seip Avenue to the Public Works Department garage at a cost of $17,940. The new gas service will provide heating for the entire building and to the new outdoor public restrooms that will be installed at Essroc Fields. Councilwoman Laureen Pellegrino opposed the motion due to the installation not being approved in the 2025 budget.
Under finance and economic development, council unanimously approved the following motions; a $40,000 deposit into the borough’s PLGIT Prime Park Account with a 4.13% return rate; a $25,000 deposit on June 24 into the borough’s PLGIT Prime Park Account with a
4.12% return rate; a $20,000 deposit on June 30 into the borough’s PLGIT Prime Park Account with a 4.12% return rate; rollover of $125.43 into the retirement account of former Public Works employee, Robert Stoudt, following the 2024 State Pension Audit, which found a New York Life calculation error upon Stoudt’s June 4, 2024 retirement; and an $11,910.60 payment for settlement fees associated with the purchase of the 41-acre Black Rock property on June 26.
In other news, council unanimously approved three police agenda items for free meter parking downtown all day on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19 for Sidewalk Sales, the Nazareth Nite Out Block Party, the Saturday farmers market and all downtown Nazareth Day events, a resolution certifying the borough’s filing of a 2025 Northampton County Public Safety Grant application seeking funding for gas masks for the police department and direction for the secretary/treasurer to place ads for regularly scheduled and alternate crossing guards.
Mayor Lance E. Colondo provided the monthly police report for June, which included 214 total police activity/calls for service, 22 crimes reported and investigated, 17 criminal arrests, three drug-related crimes, four Part 1 offenses, 55 traffic violations, 29 warnings issued, four reportable and seven non-reportable traffic accidents, as well as 262 total parking tickets issued for the month.
Next, council unanimously ap-
proved a technology motion for a contract with New Arrival Studios to build the borough’s new ADA compliant website. The approval is conditioned upon New Arrival Studios addressing and correcting several cyber security issues and allowing for payment of their invoice after these conditions are met.
Under law agenda items, council unanimously approved a handicapped parking space on the west side of South Main Street in front of American Legion Post 415 and adopted an ordinance that prohibits the use of jake brakes on Route 248 and Easton Road from Wambold Street to South Broad Street.
Last, council unanimously approved all motions listed under public works, which included the alternate low street resurfacing bid for the rebuilding of Garden Terrace for $195,061.66 submitted by Bracalente Construction; the purchase of a 2025 Chevy Silverado 3500 regular cab dump truck with a nine-foot snow plow, tailgate spreader and lighting package that includes swiveling roof light bar at a cost of $80,422 from Bonner Chevrolet of Kingston, Pa., which will be subsidized by a $50,000 2024 Northampton and Lehigh Counties LSA Gaming Grant; necessary repairs to the borough’s street sweeper, which will be performed by Ascendance Truck Centers of Allentown, Pa., with a cost quoted at $9,642.17 and not to exceed $12,500; and an invoice to the Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity for the yearly insurance charges for their facility in the amount of $3,559.96.
Council also unanimously approved several motions for bids on Public Works Department equipment, which included the following: approval for the sale of outdated and no longer needed Public Works equipment and vehicles to the highest qualified bidders on Municibid; acceptance of the high bid of $1,000 from Gregory Quarrick for the 1929 Buffalo Springfield Highway Roller; acceptance of the high bid of $8,900 from George Gyuri for the 1975 Ford Backhoe; acceptance of the high bid of $3,400 from James Langkam for the Austin Western Grater; and acceptance of the high bid of $4,900 from Christopher Hayden for the International Dump Truck.
Upcoming borough events include: Nazareth Nite Out on Friday, July 18 from 6-10 p.m. on Belvidere Street; Nazareth Day, sidewalk sales and the farmers market on Saturday, July 19 at Borough Park and in the Circle (featuring live music, arts and crafts, pony rides, face painting, contests and a car show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., as well as a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. in the Borough Park and live music, kids activities, and the farmers
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market in the Circle from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.); the annual Martin on Main Festival with live music, food vendors, beer, wine and artisan/craft vendors on Saturday, July 26 from 12-7 p.m.; and the annual Holy Family Church Festival featuring live music, dance, games, food, rides and bingo on Friday, July 25 from 5-11 p.m., Saturday, July 26 from 5-11 p.m. and Sunday, July 27 from 1-7 p.m. at the end of West Center Street.
The next Nazareth Borough Council workshop meeting will be held on Thursday, July 31 and the next regular monthly meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 4. Until the Council Chambers expansion project has been completed, both meetings will begin at 6 p.m. in the Nazareth Regional Ambulance Corps training room, which is located in the back of 519 Seip Ave. Council anticipates moving meetings back into Council Chambers in September.
Nazareth Garden Club Announces
July Program
Submitted by JANET FAROLE
The Nazareth Area Garden Club will hold its July meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at 7 p.m., at Dryland UCC Church, 4415 Newburg Road, Upper Nazareth Township.
The program for the evening will be given by Anita from Phoebe Florals and it will be “Creating a Picnic Tablescape.”
This month, club members will display many plant specimens along with three floral arrangements to design: red, white and blue-mass arrangement, tidal pool-open water, and anything goes with a sustainable twist. Refreshments will be served at the monthly meeting.
We welcome visitors to all our meetings.
For more information, please call Janet Farole at 484-2210047.
Nazareth Educator Selected for C-SPAN’s
2025 Teacher Fellowship
C-SPAN invites Nazareth Area High School teacher
To collaborate on Classroom content
Submitted by ROBIN NEWTON
Patricia Cunningham, a teacher at Nazareth Area High School in Nazareth, has been selected as one of five educators in CSPAN’s 2025 Teacher Fellowship program. Cunningham will collaborate with C-SPAN’s Education Relations team until July 25 to create content for C-SPAN Classroom, a free online resource for teachers, students and the public.
Cunningham teaches AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics and AP U.S. Government and Politics at Nazareth Area High School, where her students have participated in C-SPAN's StudentCam documentary competition. She currently coaches
the debate, mock trial and Model United Nations teams at the school and is the chair of the social studies department.
Through the virtual fellowship program, Cunningham will partner with C-SPAN to expand the network’s collection of digital educational resources. CSPAN Classroom provides middle and high school teachers with video-based content, including lesson plans, bell ringers, current events videos, inquiry-based deliberations and more. Patricia
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BVM PARISH, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-2559
Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. –Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON
610-262-2882
Sat. – Vesper services 5 p.m.
Sun. – Divine Liturgy 9 a.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, CHERRYVILLE.
610-767-1239
Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, BUSHKILL TWP.
610-759-7132
Sun. Worship 9:15 a.m., SS 10:30 a.m.
CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, BATH. 610-837-0935
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C.,
S. CHESTNUT ST. BATH.
610-837-0345
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C., SCHOENERSVILLE.
610-264-9325
Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, DANIELSVILLE.
610-837-6051
Sun. – Worship 8:45 a.m., SS 9 a.m. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-8500
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. with HC, SS 9:40 a.m. COVENANT CHURCH, BATH.
610-837-7517
Sundays- 9 a.m. Worship (and online), 10:30 a.m. SS for all ages. DRYLAND U.C.C., NAZARETH.
610-759-4444
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITEHALL (EGYPT).
610-262-4961
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
SS 9 a.m. EL SHADDAI ASSEMBLY OF GOD, NAZARETH.
610-759-6557
Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship – 10:45
a.m.
Youth Ministry – Sunday –6:30 p.m. Kids Ministries –Wednesday – 7 p.m. EMMANUEL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, BATH. 610-837-1741
Sun –Traditional 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 10 a.m. FAITH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, BUSHKILL TWP. 484-635-1200
Sun.- Contemporary Worship 10 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, WALNUTPORT.
610-767-3505
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-9517
Sun – Worship 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, NAZARETH. 610-759-7036
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, NAZARETH.
610-759-9080
Sun.- Worship 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-7186 (HA)
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School 9:15 a.m. GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, PEN ARGYL.
610-863-4811
Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m. HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, NAZARETH.
610-759-7363
Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m. HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, NAZARETH. 610-759-0870
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-2668
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN, NORTHAMPTON. 610-262-3365
Worship first, third and fifth Sundays 10 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, CHERRYVILLE.
610 767-7203
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. MOUNT EATON CHURCH, SAYLORSBURG. 570-992-7050
Sun- 8 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary MOUNTAIN VIEW
WESLEYAN CHURCH, BATH. 610-759-7553
Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, NAZARETH 610-759-3163
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. NEW JOURNEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON. 610-262-8101 (N) Sun.- Worship 10:15 a.m.,
SS 9 a.m.
NORTHAMPTON GOD’S MISSIONARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON.
610-262-4412 (HA)
Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. (ngmc.church) PROMISED LAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, BETHLEHEM. 610-759-7243
Sun.- Worship 10 a.m.
SS children and adults 9 a.m. QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON 610-262-2227
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. RADIANT CHURCH, EASTON/NAZARETH. 484-597-1440
Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m. SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, BATH. 610-837-7874
Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., Mon.-Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m., Holy Days –Mass 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SALEM U.C.C. MOORESTOWN
610-759-1652
Sun. – 9:30 a.m. SALEM UNITED METHODIST, DANIELSVILLE. 610-767-8003
Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m. SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, NAZARETH. 610-759-0376
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. livestream via Facebook.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL NAZARETH 610-746-3910
Sun. – SS/Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, BATH. 610-837-1061
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, NAZARETH 610-759-3090.
Sun. – Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., HOWERTOWN. 610-262-8666
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. NAZARETH.
610-759-0893
Sun. – 9:30 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS R.C. BERLINSVILLE. 610-767-3107
Sun. – Mass 8:30/10:30 a.m., M-F -8:30 a.m., Sat. – 4:30 p.m. ST. PAUL’S THIRD LUTHERAN CHURCH, PALMER TWP. 610-258-0875
Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. All welcome. ST. PAUL’S UCC, NORTHAMPTON, 610-261-2910. HA Worship 10:30 a.m. (with child care)
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., OF INDIANLAND, CHERRYVILLE
610-767-5751
Sun. – Trad. Worship 10:30 a.m., Contemporary Praise Worship second Sunday 7:30 a.m. ST. PETER’S UCC SEEMSVILLE, NORTHAMPTON.
610-837-7426
Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, HECKTOWN
610-759-6377
Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m. VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, NORTHAMPTON
610-837-5894
Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
610-767-8939
Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., KREIDERSVILLE
610-262-1133
Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, NORTHAMPTON, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
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Estate of Lester C. Derhammer, Deceased late of the Borough of Bath, Northampton County, PA. Letters Testamentary on the above estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons having claims against or indebted to the estate should make claims known or forward payment to Ellen M. Derhammer, Executrix, c/o David W. Crosson, Esq., Crosson & Richetti LLC, 609 W. Hamilton St., Suite 301, Allentown, PA 18101. (6/26-7/10)
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ESTATE OF KATHRYN P STROHL, deceased, late of Danielsville, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary have been granted to the undersigned, who requests that all persons having claims or demands against the estate and all persons indebted to the Decedent to make payments without delays to: Linda L Sidor, of 4143 Beil Circle, Northampton, PA 18067. (6/26-7/10)
ESTATE NOTICE
EZEQUIEL HERNANDEZCARTAGENA, dec’d., Late of Allentown, Lehigh County, PA
Administratrix: Yajahira Cartagena c/o Jerry R. Knafo, Esq., KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Attorney: Jerry R. Knafo, Esq., KNAFO LAW OFFICES, LLC, 2400 Schoenersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (7/3-7/17)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Frank Nicholas Diehm, late of Lehigh Township, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below.
Karen L. Schell 552 Beefwood Rd. Northampton, PA 18067
Executrix
Daniel G. Spengler, Esquire
Spengler Brown Law Offices 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014
Attorney for the Estate (7/3-7/17)
ESTATE NOTICE
HART, ELAINE M., dec’d. Late of Easton, Northampton County, PA
Executrix: Susan E. Edwards, ℅ Barbara Rush Renkert, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042
Attorney: Barbara Rush Renkert, Esquire, 2120 Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 (7/3-7/17)
UPPER NAZARETH TOWNSHIP
NAZARETH, PA 18064
ZONING HEARING BOARD
LEGAL NOTICE
HEARING DATE: JULY 30, 2025
The Upper Nazareth Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday July 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Upper Nazareth Township Municipal Building, 100 Newport Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064.
The Zoning Hearing Board will meet to hear the following Zoning Appeal:
Case # 250047-ZH
Interpretation of Zoning Ordinance
Applicant: One More Properties, LLC 4511 Falmer Dr. Bethlehem, PA 18020
Location of Property subject to appeal: 350 East Lawn Rd, Nazareth (Upper Nazareth Township), PA 18064; Parcel # J8 11 2A & 370 East Lawn Rd, Nazareth (Upper Nazareth Township, PA 18064; Parcel # J8 11 2A 1 (the “Property”).
Nature of appeal: The Applicant filed an appeal to the Upper Nazareth Township Zoning Board as to clarification of apartment density in the TD-6 Zoning District. The applicant is looking to build 154 apartments within 5 buildings on the property. The decision of the Zoning Officer is that 154 apartments are not allowed, and the applicant has requested an interpretation seeking clarification on what density is allowed within the TD-6 Zoning District.
All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard.
Angela Strohl, Zoning Officer Telephone (610) 759-5341 –Ext. 206 (7/10 & 7/17)
MUNICIPAL ADVERTISEMENT BID NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Borough Council of Northampton is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from professional firms for the procurement of a fire training prop meeting the specifications outlined below. Copies of these are available at the Borough Office, located at 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, 18067, or may be found online at https://northamptonboro.com
Bids may be submitted in person at Borough Office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or mailed to Brian Welsko, Borough Manager, 1401 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, Pennsylvania, 18067. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked as follows:
Borough of Northampton 1401 Laubach Ave
Northampton, PA 18067
Attn: Fire Training Prop Bids
Bids must be received in the Borough Office no later than 4:00 pm. on Monday, August 4, 2025. Bids must be inclusive of all costs, including but not limited to shipping costs. All bids shall be accompanied by a bid bond in the amount represent-
ing ten percent (10%) of the proposal.
Bids will be opened at a public meeting of Borough Council at 7:00 p.m. on August 7, 2025, at Borough Hall, at the aforestated address. Persons with disabilities who require any auxiliary aid, service, or other accommodation to observe or participate in the public meeting should contact the Borough Office at least five (5) days before the above date to discuss how your needs may be best accommodated.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, and notice of any contract award will be made by Monday, October 6, 2025. The Borough of Northampton reserves the right to reject any and all bids. If you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact the Borough at 610-262-2576. (7/10 & 7/17)
ESTATE NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary have been granted in the Estate of Beulah Gail Schmeal aka Gail B. Schmeal, deceased, of Easton, Northampton County, who died on November 6, 2024. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands are to present the
same without delay unto the Executor, Bruce W. Schmeal, in the care of Kelley & Kelley, LLC, 16 Luzerne Avenue, Suite 145, West Pittston, PA 18643. (7/10-7/24)
ESTATE NOTICE
Estate of Jeffrey L. Setzer, late of the Township of Lower Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased
WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the abovenamed estate have been granted to Cristie Setzer Fay, Administratrix of the Estate of Jeffrey L. Setzer. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to
Cristie Setzer Fay
℅ Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064
Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064
Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (7/10-7/24)
The Home News
Fire breaks out in Lower Nazareth Township
Around 11:43 p.m. on Monday, July 7, crews responded to a two-alarm dwelling fire located in the 200 block of Cobblestone Lane in Lower Nazareth Township.
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Teacher Fellows were selected by a team of C-SPAN representatives and their applications were evaluated based on their innovative use of C-SPAN programming in their curricula, commitment to professional development and creative use of technology and social platforms. Each educator will receive $1,000 for participating in the program.
“C-SPAN is thrilled to welcome Patricia to our Teacher Fel-
lowship program again this summer, where her expertise will help enrich our digital resource offerings for educators and students nationwide,” said Craig McAndrew, director of Education Relations. “Patricia’s experience in the classroom and as an AP reader for the U.S. Government and Politics exam will help her to develop engaging materials for students to explore through CSPAN’s coverage of public policy discussions.”
The Teacher Fellowship program is sponsored by C-SPAN’s Education Foundation, a chari-
table organization created by C-SPAN. C-SPAN is primarily funded by America’s cable and satellite television companies as a commercial-free public service. In Nazareth, C-SPAN is available through Service Electric. Educators can learn more about teacher opportunities with C-SPAN, including the Teacher Fellowship program, Summer Educators’ Conference, workshops and free online training at c-span.org/classroom/opportunities/.
Konkrete Kids Foundation Announces 2025 Distinguished Alumni
Submitted by CLAUDIA SHULMAN
The Northampton Area Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Wall of Honor recipients. Each of the nine Northampton High School graduates has achieved success in his or her chosen career or profession while also having a positive impact on others through community service and/or volunteerism.
• Dr. Frank Tanczos (Class of 1935) Posthumously awarded
• Mr. Gordon Bartholomew (Class of 1958)
• Mrs. Ruth (Raub) Miller (Class of 1966)
• Mr. Daniel Barrett (Class of 1968)
• Mr. Robert Barrett (Class of 1968)
• Mrs. Deborah (Oswald) Seiple (Class of 1970)
• Mr. Chris Druckenmiller (Class of 1984)
• Ms. Kristen Pittman (Class of 1992)
• Mrs. Trisha (Pittman) Santelli (Class of 1995)
The award recipients will be honored at the Distinguished Alumni Award Celebration Dinner and Recognition Program on Sunday, Sept. 28, at Woodstone Country Club and Lodge. Family, friends, co-workers, fellow volunteers, community members and NASD employees will join the Konkrete Kids Educational Foundation that evening when each of these nine alumni will be publicly honored. Each honoree will be presented with a plaque that will then be installed on the
Distinguished Alumni Wall of Honor located in the main lobby of Northampton Area High School. Each plaque is engraved with the personal and professional post high school graduation achievements of the honoree, a current photo, as well as the honoree’s Amptennian graduation photo.
The Distinguished Alumni inductees honored on the Wall of Honor serve as an inspiration to all students and as a reminder to the entire community of Northampton Area School District’s proud education tradition and commitment to service to others.
The Foundation is a 501(c)(3)
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Pasta with Tuna and Arugula
A quick and easy meal to throw together!
Ingredients
3/4 pound (12 ounces) dried fettuccine, spaghetti or linguine
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (more to taste)
Two 6-ounce cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained
Salt to taste
5 to 8 ounces baby arugula (or sub with spinach and/or kale)
Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and boil uncovered until the pasta is al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet on medium-low heat. Add the garlic and hot pepper flakes and cook until garlic is fragrant.
Add the tuna and shred it into fine flakes with a fork. Season with salt. Keep warm over low heat.
Just before the pasta is ready, set aside around 1 cup of pasta water.
Combine the drained pasta with tuna mixture, add arugula and some pasta water until your sauce is the desired consistency.
If you have a recipe you’d like to share with our readers, email it to cstroh@homenewspa.com or mail to P.O. Box A, Walnutport, PA 18088.
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non-profit, tax-exempt community volunteer organization. As a major foundation fundraiser, all proceeds from the Sept. 28 Celebration Dinner and Recognition Program will be used to “promote, enhance and supplement educational and co-curricular programs by providing extended learning opportunities and experiences for the benefit of K-12 students within the Northampton Area School District.”
All community members are welcome and invited to attend this celebration. Information about purchasing tickets, available sponsorships and opportunities to donate items/services for the evening’s raffle is now available at www.konkretefoundation. org or by calling 610-767-7824.
fer suggested withholding final payment until the grass reaches a certain growth level to ensure satisfactory performance. Horvath agreed to revise the contract for the next meeting.
Speeding on Fairway Lane was addressed by resident Diane Zweifel, who requested a speed bump be placed on the road to slow drivers cutting through the development. Zweifel cited concerns for children’s safety and divulged that the road is used as a shortcut due to poor visibility on Keeler Road.
Chief West responded that additional 25 mph signage and a digital speed sign had already been deployed. The highest recorded speed on the road over the previous weekend was 54 mph, though the average speed was 15 mph, likely skewed by the digital sign’s presence.
To gather more data, the township will deploy stealth counters from both the police department and KCE before deciding next steps. Zweifel and her husband suggested placing the counters on a straightaway for more accurate readings. As the township currently has no speed bumps, the decision could set a precedent.
gram, which honors veterans and service members with banners along township roads. Similar programs in Lehigh Township and Northampton Borough have seen strong participation. Supervisors decided to contact PPL before granting approval. Vice Chairman David Shaffer, a PPL employee, will inquire further, and Public Works Director Craig Hoffman will reach out to Lehigh Township to understand time commitment needs before deciding when the banners could be erected.
The township’s upcoming electronic recycling event will be held Saturday, July 26, from 9-11 a.m. at the football field, and the next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 5 p.m. in the municipal building, located at 2491 Community Drive.
House passes Freeman bill To create Factory/mill Revitalization Tax credit
Submitted by TOM ANDREWS
In a bipartisan vote Monday, July 7, the state House of Representatives passed a bill authored by Rep. Robert Freeman that would create a state tax incentive to rehabilitate old factories or mills in Pennsylvania.
“Pennsylvania has a longestablished history of industrial
manufacturing with just about every community containing a factory or mill building that manufactured everything from steel to vehicles, textiles, shoes and garments or numerous other arrays of manufactured goods. These factories and mills were once major employers, and their manufacturing operations were the mainstay of a community’s economic life,” said Freeman, DNorthampton.
“Using a building such as a former factory or mill for a purpose other than what it was originally intended for is a way to reuse buildings that have stood in our communities for many decades.
Some of these buildings have witnessed the test of time for more than one hundred years. They may be vacant or underutilized structures, but they were solidly constructed and lend themselves to adaptive reuse.”
House Bill 1575 would amend the PA Tax Reform Code to establish a tax incentive program for the rehabilitation or reconstruction of certifiable factory or mill complexes by providing a tax credit of up to 25% for the rehabilitation and reconstruction costs incurred by the owner.
estimate for MS4 retention basin work totaling just under $50,000. Though no maintenance bond was included, Shaf-
Last, Brian Radcliffe of the Bath American Legion proposed township participation in the Hometown Heroes banner pro-
Friday, Aug. 15 Saturday, Aug. 16
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The bill would provide up to $15 million in tax credits to be used for the rehabilitation and renovation of factory or mill projects across Pennsylvania with individual program eligible buildings limited to a maximum of $1.5 million in tax credits.
“It is my hope that this financial incentive will encourage owners to breathe new life into these former industrial buildings, many of which have become a part of a community’s heritage and identity. Repurposing an old factory or mill for retail, office or arts space, or transforming them into dwellings, encourages economic development and improves the quality of life of a community,” Freeman said.
Freeman cited an example in Easton, where a 19th century complex of industrial buildings along Bushkill Creek that served
as a silk mill employing over 1,000 people in its heyday, but had become vacant over time, was successfully rehabilitated. Its red brick buildings have become apartments, restaurants and home to numerous commercial enterprises, demonstrating how successful the adaptive reuse of factories and mill buildings can be.
Freeman said the legislation is modeled after similar legislation that was enacted in the Carolinas and New England states.
House Bill 1575 moves to the state Senate for consideration.
Northampton County to Begin accepting Applications for Public Safety Grants
Submitted by JESSICA BERGER
Lamont G. McClure and the Department of Community
and Economic Development announce that the County of Northampton will accept applications for 2025 Public Safety Grants beginning July 21 through Aug. 29.
Public Safety Grants are available to Northampton County’s municipal and volunteer Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Service (EMS) organizations. These grants can be used for capital improvements, vehicle purchases, equipment purchases and training. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $20,000 per application or project.
Grant approvals are scheduled to be announced December 2025.
“Supporting our police, fire and EMS organizations is one of the best investments we can make in the safety and well-being of Northampton County residents,” says Lamont McClure. “While it may not be a core County function, we are committed to providing these vital organizations with resources that help save lives and protect our communities.”
Interested organizations can apply by visiting the Northampton County Participant Portal hosted by Neighborly Software at: https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/NORTHAMPTONCOUNTYPA/participant.
Registration on the Participant Portal is required to apply.
For more information, contact Sarah Ortiz at 610-829-6308 or email sortiz@norcopa.gov.
